Wood Duck

The Wood duck is a perching duck native to North America renowned for its striking beauty and distinct appearance, featuring a crested head and white neck flare. Male Wood ducks possess colorful and lustrous plumage, while the female has a white eye-ring and throat. This species typically resides near water and favors tree cavities or man-made nest boxes for nesting. On land or in the water, the Wood duck is a social creature that optimally forages in small groups during migration.